Bush family members back Democrat James Talarico in Texas Senate race
Members of the Bush family, including Barbara and Neil Bush, have endorsed Democrat James Talarico in the Texas Senate race. The endorsements are largely motivated by opposition to Republican Ken Paxton's political record.
Why it matters
The involvement of a prominent Republican dynasty in a Democratic campaign highlights significant internal fractures within the GOP.
Share Save Add as preferred on Google Max Matza Getty Images From left: Neil Bush, George W Bush, and George HW Bush Two members of the Bush family, the Republican political dynasty that counts Texas as its political launchpad, have backed Democrat James Talarico in the hotly fought race for a Senate seat in the Lone Star State.
Barbara Bush, daughter of ex-President George W Bush, has reportedly donated to Talarico's campaign, while her uncle, Neil Bush, says he backs the Democrat.
The Republican candidate, Ken Paxton, beat a primary challenge from Neil Bush's nephew, so the endorsement may be cast by critics as political sour grapes.
But the Bushes could potentially influence some disaffected Republican voters when it comes to next month's vote. No Democrat has won a Texas Senate seat since 1988.
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